The UKOA will act as the collective voice for opera in the UK, advocating for the sector, championing artistic excellence and innovation, and promoting opera’s significant contribution to national life – from enriching communities and cultural identity to supporting economic growth and developing creative and technical skills.
Former shadow culture secretary (and trained classical musician) Thangam Debbonaire has been named as the organisation’s inaugural Chief Executive (CEO).
She commented:
‘It’s an honour to be asked to serve the UK’s wonderful opera sector as the CEO of the newly launched UK Opera Association. Opera as an art form is at such an exciting time and there is such strength in the diversity of work, approaches, settings and people involved – we have a great story to tell. This story is one which needs to be heard more widely if we are to make sure opera sustains and develops into the future.’Thangam Debbonaire , CEO of UKOA
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